I use a side x side UTV to do most snow clearing of less than about 10 inches. Like Blair, I've got chains on the rear tires. I also load the rear bed with 300-400 lbs., of weight. Without the weight and the chains, I'd have a hard time getting out of the garage if I was pushing a load of snow on frozen ground, even with the aggressive tires it has.
My driveway is over a third-mile long, and includes a very steep ravine. We got 8 inches of snow yesterday, and I had no problem plowing it with the 14 HP UTV. It was also pretty cold this morning (about 0 F degrees), I didn't want to try and start my diesel tractor. At least the UTV has a roof and windshield, which really helps when it is cold and very windy.
